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Canon EOS 5D vs Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Canon EOS 5D
Camera summary
The Canon EOS 5D, made by Canon, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on Nov. 12, 2005.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
2.3 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
1.7 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
1.1 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
2.2 out of 5 stars
|
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Canon EOS 5D Mark II, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 13 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 9 focus points.
Connectivity
Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 800 shots per charge with the included BP-511A battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
This camera offers a robust battery life that the medium value of all cameras. Feel free to take pictures freely, without having too worry too much about battery life.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Canon EOS 5D Mark II
Camera summary
The Canon EOS 5D Mark II, made by Canon, is a powerful Mid-size SLR camera. Announced on Feb. 13, 2009. This camera has a Max Boosted ISO of 25600. This kind of camera will offer a good performance under low light conditions, probably has a pleasant grain effect in your pictures.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.5 out of 5 stars
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| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Exposure mode |
3.3 out of 5 stars
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| Photography features |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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| Physical |
1.1 out of 5 stars
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| Average Score |
3.2 out of 5 stars
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Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Canon EOS 5D, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Canon EOS 5D
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Canon EOS 5D Mark III, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Canon EOS 5D Mark III
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 21 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 9 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: H.264.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Battery life
The battery of this camera can last up to 850 shots per charge with the included LP-E6 battery. Consider that this value can fluctuate and depends on the mAh of the battery (sometimes generic batteries have more mAh) and also on the usage, the amount of time you use the screen, the flash, etc.
This camera offers a robust battery life that the medium value of all cameras. Feel free to take pictures freely, without having too worry too much about battery life.
Environmental sealing
This camera offers enviromental sealing keeping it protected and safe from environmental damage.
Autofocus specs |
Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS 5D Mark II |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
Yes |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | No |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | No |
Yes |
| Af live view | No |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | No |
No |
| Af tracking | No |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 9 | 9 |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS 5D Mark II |
| HDMI | No |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | - |
| DXO color depth | 22.9 | 23.7 |
| DXO dynamic range | 11.1 | 11.9 |
| DXO low light ISO | 1368.0 | 1815.0 |
| DXO overall score | 71.0 | 79.0 |
Exposure mode |
Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS 5D Mark II |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
Yes |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS 5D Mark II |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Nov. 12, 2005 | Feb. 13, 2009 |
| Body type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
| brand | Canon | Canon |
| msrp | $2,990.00 | $1,899.99 |
| model | Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS 5D Mark II |
| Predecessor model | Canon EOS 5D | |
| Successor model | Canon EOS 5D Mark II | Canon EOS 5D Mark III |
Lense |
Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS 5D Mark II |
| Focal length multiplier | 1� | 1x |
| Lens mount | Canon EF | Canon EF |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 257 | 257 |
Other features |
Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS 5D Mark II |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA, Microdrive |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS 5D Mark II |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | No |
No |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | External | no built-in flash |
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Image stabilization | No |
No |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 3.0 fps | 4.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 | 30 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS 5D Mark II |
| Battery life | 800 shots | 850 shots |
| Battery model | BP-511A | LP-E6 |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | Yes |
Yes |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 152 x 113 x 75mm | 152 x 114 x 75mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 895 grs | 850 grs |
Screen |
Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS 5D Mark II |
| Live view | No |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 230 | 920 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | No |
No |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS 5D Mark II |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
| Max image resolution | 4368 x 2912 | 5616 x 3744 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24 mm | 36 x 24 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 13 | 21 |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Headphone port |
Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS 5D Mark II |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | - | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | No |
Yes |
| Video formats | - | H.264 |
| Video resolutions | - | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 5D | Canon EOS 5D Mark II |
| viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |